Friday, September 26, 2008

4 block applique

I haven't been quilting much this week as my parents have been here visiting. Last night I did get the last 2 borders sewn on this applique quilt. I had finished the borders months ago - I don't know why I didn't sew them on immediately. I suspect this quilt will sit in the UFO pile again for a bit while I work up the courage to hand quilt it. I thought I'd show a bit of a closer view of the block design. I thought it would be easier to applique on smaller background pieces so I pieced the blocks from 4 finished 9 inch sections with 1/4 of the design on each. I'm not sure it was a good idea - I have seams in my blocks now but that's how I learn - trial and error! :0) It is an original design inspired by an antique quilt made around 1860 in the University of Nebraska-Lincoln collection. This picture is from a book but its on their website too. I LOVE to look at antique quilts for inspiration!

Thank you so much for leaving a comment on my blog! I have taken a little time to look at the quilts that you have made and they are wonderful. You definately get alot accomplished with the little ones you have. I particularly love the applique quilts. I love to applique also, I find it very relaxing, and they are my fabvorite quilts. I will be bookmarking your blog and come back for more visits. Happy quilting! :D